Fort Myers

Feb 14-16 Boys 10U, 12U, 14U AAA, AA, A, B Sanctioned

Don't miss out on this holiday weekend! Trade in winter for sun, sand, and hockey!

Compete at Hertz Arena, a stunning 3-pad facility just a few miles from Fort Myers and the airport! Customize your experience by selecting the hotel package that fits your team best. Looking to stay close to the beach and explore beachfront restaurants and activities? Check out our properties at Ft Myers Beach and Bonita Springs. Prefer to be near the rink? Choose from our hotel partners near the Gulf Coast Town Center, only minutes from the arena!

Dolphin Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$430.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$74.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$74.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

The per person price includes hotel, tournament, and gate fees for the weekend. Hotel fees, taxes, and gratuity are included. Hotel parking is not included. The per person occupancy fee is based on the number of adults and players in each room. Minors are free and do not affect occupancy. There are no additional fees for the event. Fees are in USD.

*One adult required per room.

**All non-playing minors 17 and under are free. Minors do not affect the occupancy. Minors stay with parent(s) in existing bed space.

For teams traveling a long distance, we suggest a Friday arrival. Select additional night during checkout process.

Gator Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$395.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$74.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$74.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

Manatee Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$365.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$74.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$74.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

Panther Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$335.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$74.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$74.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

Local Team Fee

	Local Team Fee
Local Team Fee	$2,300.00

This Local Team Fee is for teams that live within 60 miles of the tournament location. Rates are in US funds and are tax inclusive.

As a condition of acceptance, all out of town teams more than 60 miles from Fort Myers must reserve rooms and stay at one of our authorized hotels. Your families will conveniently make and pay for their hotel reservations right on the CAN/AM Hockey website.

For further explanation and a description of the properties please see the Pricing & What's Included/Out of Town Package tab in the navigation menu.

ages & playing levels

Squirt - 10U	Peewee - 12U	Bantam - 14U
AAA/AA Major	AAA/AA Major	AAA/AA Major
A	A	A
		B

ages & playing levels

Squirt - 10U	Peewee - 12U
AAA/AA Major	AAA/AA Major
A	A

Bantam - 14U
AAA/AA Major
A
B

The CAN/AM Difference

The CAN/AM difference is clear! When you join the Challenge Cup, we handle all the details so you can focus on what really matters: having fun and enjoying incredible hockey. Last year, more than 1,400 teams and nearly 63,000 players, families, coaches, and friends took part in the Challenge Cup, and we want you to be part of the excitement this year!

We are dedicated to providing an unmatched experience both on and off the ice, with top-tier, state-of-the-art facilities and hotels. Why settle for anything less when CAN/AM offers so much more?

Unmatched Locations – The Challenge Cup takes you to more than just typical rink locations. Our carefully selected destinations offer not only top-notch hockey facilities but also exciting local attractions, family-friendly entertainment, and a variety of dining and lodging options, making each event a memorable experience for everyone involved.

First-Class Tournament Experience – We take care of all the logistics, so you can focus on enjoying the tournament.

Easy Online Registration and Account Management – With simple online registration and reservations, both team representatives and families can get everything set up quickly and conveniently.

We pioneered the concept of exceptional customer service in tournaments. Our goal is to ensure you and your team have a fantastic experience, from start to finish.

Guaranteed 4 Tournament Games – Every team is guaranteed four games, with the top four teams in each division advancing to the Medal Game.

Competitive Divisions – We ensure divisions are carefully placed based on age, strength, geography, history, and experience, so your team gets the perfect competition.

With over 55 years of experience in organizing youth and adult tournaments, CAN/AM is run by tournament professionals who are always here to support you – before, during, and after your event – ensuring you have the best hockey experience in North America!

Tournament Info

Welcome to the CAN/AM Challenge Cup in sunny Fort Myers, Florida! Your ultimate tournament experience is about to kick off, and we’re here to help make it unforgettable. Let us handle the details while you focus on enjoying your best hockey weekend yet!

Tournament Headquarters will be located in the lobby of the Hertz Arena complex, where you can find posted standings, locker room assignments, souvenirs, photos, and, of course, our friendly CAN/AM staff. Tournament Central is the spot where your Team Rep will check in before your first game, receive further instructions, and pick up special player souvenirs for each participant.

Games will be held at the state-of-the-art Hertz Arena. The game schedule will be released approximately one week before the tournament. Every team is guaranteed four games kicking off Saturday at 8:00 AM. After round-robin play, the top four teams in each division will move on to the Monday Medal Championship games. By Sunday night, the medal matchups will be set. Can your team make it to the final game on Monday morning? The Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal Games will be completed by late afternoon.

In every division, Gold, Silver, and Bronze CAN/AM Championship medals will be awarded to each player. Gold Medal teams will also receive a special Challenge Cup Championship plaque and a CAN/AM banner to hang in their home arena.

Throughout the weekend, the CAN/AM staff will be there to assist with anything you need. From guiding you to events and answering questions, to providing suggestions and supporting your players and guests, we're here to ensure you have a seamless and enjoyable experience both on and off the ice. Our mission is to create an unforgettable hockey experience for your team. That’s why so many teams return to the CAN/AM Challenge Cup year after year. We can’t wait to welcome you to sunny Florida!

Tournament Sanctioning

The Challenge Cup is a USA Hockey sanctioned tournament. USA Hockey rules will be followed with additional CAN/AM tournament rules. Once you register, a copy of the CAN/AM rules will be available for review. US teams must provide a signed Official USA Hockey Roster 60 days prior to the tournament (some states also require a Travel Permit). Canadian teams must submit the required Travel Permit and Official Hockey Roster issued by their governing body (i.e. GTHL, OMHA, Hockey Quebec, etc). No team will be allowed to participate in the tournament without submitting this information.

Directions

Please use our interactive map to explore the greater Fort Myers area and to get venue address.